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<br />Commissioner Maas commented that senior housing continues to be lumped into affordable <br />r- housing and there is a need for senior housing for those who have a larger income. She advised <br />that this is another area that needs to be addressed. <br /> <br />Commissioner Arkin advised that he agrees that there should be some market-rate housing for <br />seniors. He noted that this type of housing would be appropriate in some of the controversial <br />areas, because it would not generate a lot a traffic and children. <br /> <br />Discussion ensued regarding the General Plan Housing cap. Commissioner Arkin advised that <br />he would like to see something included in the Housing Element that states that the City needs to <br />have a housing and infrastructure balance. Commissioner Roberts advised that this has been <br />included. <br /> <br />In response to an inquiry from Commissioner Arkin regarding traffic mitigation fees, Mr. Swift <br />advised that the Housing Element does not normally include requirements for transportation fees, <br />but there are a lot of cross references in the General Plan to other elements. Commissioner <br />Roberts noted that the Housing Element is more general and does not address leveling fees. <br /> <br />Discussion ensued regarding the potential for housing development within the Hacienda <br />Business Park, locating high density housing adjacent to the BART station, and the potential for <br />redeveloping portions of the park for housing. <br /> <br />7. MATTERS INITIATED BY COMMSSION MEMBERS (continued) <br /> <br />~ <br /> <br />Commissioner Maas reported that she will be on the interview panel for golf course operators. <br /> <br />Commissioner Arkin advised that he has been attending meetings related to the proposed <br />extension of Stoneridge Drive. <br /> <br />f. Election of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson <br /> <br />Chairperson Sullivan thanked the other Commissioners for their support during his term as <br />chairperson. The Commissioners commended Chairperson Sullivan for his work related to the <br />power plant and green building discussions, and for his leadership during the last year. <br /> <br />Chairperson Sullivan nominated Commissioner Maas for Chairperson. Commissioner <br />Roberts seconded the motion. <br /> <br />The motion passed unanimously. <br /> <br />Commissioner Maas nominated Commissioner Kameny for Vice Chairperson. <br />Commissioner Roberts seconded the motion. <br /> <br />The motion passed unanimously. <br /> <br />,-- <br /> <br />PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES <br /> <br />September 12, 2001 <br /> <br />Page 10 <br />